14 DAY TRIAL // Earlier this year, video-game publishing label Electronic Arts confirmed that work had commenced on Command & Conquer: Red Alert for iPhone and iPod touch. The game seems to be coming along, with EA now offering a sneak peek at its visuals, gameplay style and other elements that fanatics will surely spot in the recently released screenshots.
A ShackNews report delivers not only the screenshots in question, but also claims to have learned of a release window, as well as other details. According to the site, Command & Conquer: Red Alert for iPhone and iPod touch is set to arrive in the iTunes App Store later this month. “We don't know exactly how much it will run, but we do know that it has a total of 12 combat levels,” the site says. The game’s official description can also be found there, featuring a lengthy list of key features.
“Experience real-time COMMAND & CONQUER strategy as the Soviet or Ally factions. Control the battlefield with touch-screen power in up to 12 combat levels. Create and command war squads in realistic environments. Manage supplies with an intuitive combat system, and escalate the game with hi-tech weapons you develop,” the game’s description goes. The title’s strong points are posted as follows.
ACHIEVE VICTORY WITH TOUCH-SCREEN POWER Drag and scroll to gauge the battlefield. Pinch-zoom in and out of the action. Select and move units with a tap. Control multiple units at once! CHOOSE YOUR FAVORITE FACTION Fight for Soviet domination or battle to restore peace with the Allies. Deploy military might unique to each side and engage in different campaign storylines. BATTLE THROUGH 12 COMBAT LEVELS Fight in Skirmish Mode on two different battlefield maps with war squads you create and control. MANAGE TROOPS ON REALISTIC BATTLEFIELDS Command units in different environmental conditions. Build your base and manage supplies with a new, easy-to-use combat system. ARM YOURSELF FOR WAR Employ classic units like Kirov Air Ships and new units like the Paladin Tank. Or R&D new technologies to destroy your enemies.
